Restaurant Patrons for Docufilm “Helen and Edgar”
Job Description
The non-union docufilm Helen and Edgar is now casting background actors to portray restaurant patrons for scenes filming in Midway, Georgia, just south of Savannah. Directed by George Dawes Green and Kristjan Thor, the project tells a Southern Gothic story set in the 1960s. Casting directors are seeking men and women with natural, period-appropriate looks for this paid filming opportunity.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray restaurant patrons in background scenes
- Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
- Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming
- Participate in 1960s-themed scenes and atmosphere
- Arrive camera-ready with natural hair and appearance
Requirements
- Men and women ages 20–80
- Open ethnicity
- Must have a natural look appropriate for the 1960s period
- No visible tattoos preferred
- Must be able to work local to Midway, Georgia
- Reliable transportation required
- Professional attitude and reliability expected
Compensation
- $100 for 8 hours
- Paid non-union background acting opportunity
- Work on a professionally produced docufilm project
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A production in the San Diego area is seeking male and female extras for a quick, paid on-camera opportunity. Selected participants will take part in a short interview-style segment, answering a series of questions on camera. This is a fast and straightforward project requiring less than an hour of participation.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in a filmed interview segment.
- Answer approximately seven questions on camera.
- Follow direction from the production team.
- Arrive prepared and available for the scheduled shoot.
- Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude during filming.
Requirements
- Men and women ages 24–40.
- Comfortable speaking on camera.
- Able to complete a quick self-tape submission if requested.
- Available for the scheduled production date.
- Reliable and able to follow production instructions.
Compensation Details
- $100 flat rate.
- Estimated time commitment of 30–45 minutes.